The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has released the exam schedule for the CA Foundation and CA Intermediate January 2027 examinations. As per the notification issued by the ICAI Examination Department, the CA Foundation January 2027 exams will be held from January 3 to 9, 2027, while the CA Intermediate January 2027 exams will be conducted from January 2 to 12, 2027. The schedule, along with paper-wise dates and exam timings, is available on the official ICAI website.
Direct Link to Download ICAI CA January 2027 Foundation & Intermediate Exam Dates
ICAI CA January 2027 Exam - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) |
| Exam Name | CA Foundation and CA Intermediate Examination, January 2027 |
| CA Foundation Exam Dates | January 3, 5, 7 and 9, 2027 |
| CA Intermediate Exam Dates | January 2 to 12, 2027 (both groups) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (pen and paper) |
| Official Website | icai.org / eservices.icai.org |
| Governing Regulation | Chartered Accountants Regulations, 1988 |
ICAI CA January 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| ICAI CA January 2027 schedule notification released | September 2026 (officially announced) |
| CA Foundation exam dates | January 3, 5, 7, 9, 2027 |
| CA Intermediate exam dates | January 2 to 12, 2027 |
CA Foundation January 2027 Exam Date and Time Table
According to the official notification, the CA Foundation January 2027 examination will be held over four days, with papers conducted on alternate dates.
| Paper | Exam Date | Exam Timing | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | January 3, 2027 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | 3 hours |
| Paper 2 | January 5, 2027 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | 3 hours |
| Paper 3 | January 7, 2027 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | 2 hours |
| Paper 4 | January 9, 2027 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | 2 hours |
CA Intermediate January 2027 Exam Date and Time Table
The CA Intermediate January 2027 examination, covering both groups, will be conducted between January 2 and January 12, 2027. All Intermediate papers will be held from 2 PM to 5 PM, with a duration of three hours each.
| Group | Paper | Exam Timing | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group I | Paper 1, Paper 2, Paper 3 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | 3 hours |
| Group II | Paper 4, Paper 5, Paper 6 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | 3 hours |
How to Download the ICAI CA January 2027 Exam Schedule
- Visit the official ICAI website: icai.org.
- Go to the "Important Announcements" section on the homepage.
- Click on the link titled "Schedule of Intermediate & Foundation Examinations, January 2027."
- The notification will open as a PDF, showing the complete paper-wise date sheet and timings.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
How to Fill the CA January 2027 Exam Form
- Visit the ICAI exam portal at eservices.icai.org.
- Log in using your Student Registration Number (SRO) and password.
- Select the relevant exam (Foundation or Intermediate), group, medium, and preferred exam centre.
- Upload the required documents where applicable.
- Pay the examination fee online.
- Submit the form and save a copy of the confirmation for your records.
Important Instructions from ICAI
- The exam schedule has been issued under the relevant provisions of the Chartered Accountants Regulations, 1988.
- Exams will be held only at centres where a sufficient number of candidates have opted to appear.
- The announced dates will not change even if a date is later declared a public holiday.
- Candidates should carry a valid admit card and original photo ID to the exam centre.
- Students are advised to regularly check icai.org and eservices.icai.org for any addendum or corrigendum to the schedule.